Bande

noun
  1. A strip or band, often used in a decorative or functional context. noun
    The dress was adorned with a bande of lace along the hem.
    He wore a bande of cloth around his head to keep the sweat out of his eyes.
  2. A group or company of people, often with a common purpose or activity. noun
    The bande of musicians played lively tunes at the festival.
    A bande of volunteers gathered to clean up the park.